John XXIII Rowing Club 

Dear Families

Last Saturday at the All Schools State Championships held at Champion Lakes, our rowers proudly represented the College with exceptional determination and teamwork. Early in the day, James Michell set the tone for the team’s spirit when he fell into the water while contending for first place in his heat under challenging conditions. In an inspiring display of resilience, James swiftly got back into his scull and continued racing hard, earning praise from the umpire for his courage and determination.

By the end of the regatta, John XXIII College finished third overall, behind strong squads from Shenton College and Guildford Grammar. Our rowers secured 10 podium finishes across various events, with standout performances from Lily Lucas, who took gold in the School Girls Year 10 Single Scull, and several impressive silver and bronze medal performances. Despite the strong head breeze throughout the day, the team demonstrated their grit and made the College proud.

Podium Finishes:

Gold

• School Girls Year 10 Single Scull – Lily Lucas

Silver

• School Boys Year 10 Eight
• School Girls Year 10 Eight
• School Boys Year 10 Quad Scull
• School Boys Year 10 Double Scull
• School Girls Year 10 Single Scull

Bronze

• School Boys Year 9 Double Scull
• School Boys Year 10 Single Scull
• Schools Mixed Year 10 Quad Scull
• School Girls Open Double Scull

Full results can be found through this link. 

Save the Date – Rowing Presentation Dinner

Mark your calendars for the Rowing Presentation Dinner on Saturday, 7 September 2024 at Thomas More Exhibition Centre from 6:30pm to 9:30pm. The TryBooking link will be available in next week’s newsletter.

2024 House Regatta – RSVP by Wednesday 28 August

All registered students from Years 8 to12 are invited to participate in the 2024 House Regatta at Canning Bridge on Saturday, 7 September. This is a fantastic opportunity for students to represent their House and compete on the water.

• Date: Saturday, 7 September
• Location: John XXIII Boatshed, 4 The Esplanade, Mount Pleasant
• Arrival Time: 7:30am sharp, with the first race scheduled to start at 8:30am. Racing will conclude around 10:30am.

Please RSVP by Wednesday, 28 August via this eForm.

Year 7 Learn to Row Program Registrations – Filling up FAST!

Program Availability: We have 25 places available for each session day. Please be aware that the Tuesday session is now full and there are approximately 7 places left in the Monday and Thursday sessions. This program is always in high demand, so we encourage you to register as soon as possible. 

Program Details:

• Dates: The program will run during Term 4 every Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday, starting from Week 3 (Monday, 21 October) and concluding in Week 7 on Thursday, 21 November.
• Session Times: All water sessions will take place at the John XXIII Boatshed at Canning Bridge from 3:30pm to 5:30pm.
• Transportation: We will provide a dedicated bus service departing from the College at 3:30pm and returning at approximately 6:00pm.
• Enrolment Procedure: To secure your child's spot in this program, please use the link provided below to register their interest in the Year 7 Learn to Row Program by Friday, 6 September.
• Registration Link: Year 7 Learn to Row Registration 
• Program Cost: The Year 7 Learn to Row Program is completely free for those who wish to explore and try out the sport.
• Weather Contingency: In the event of inclement weather, please note that a session may need to be cancelled. Rest assured that we will promptly notify parents and guardians about any schedule changes to ensure the safety of our students.
• Registration Deadline and Group Lists: The registration deadline for the Year 7 Learn to Row Program is Friday, 6 September. Group lists will be released on Monday 16 September. If your child misses securing a place in this year's program, we encourage them to consider the Year 8 Rowing program in 2025.

We strongly believe that participation in rowing provides students with valuable life skills, team camaraderie, and physical fitness. Our coaching staff is dedicated to nurturing each participant's potential and fostering a supportive and inclusive environment for everyone involved.

If you have any questions or require further information, please do not hesitate to contact me. We are excited to offer this opportunity to your child, and we look forward to another fantastic year of rowing.

Rowing training tops on sale

We have limited blue training tops for sale from the Sports Office. Prices are as follows:

• Short-sleeved training tops: $15 each
• Long-sleeved training tops: $20 each

Rowers are able to wear their training tops to land training as an alternative to their school sports polo, so they are a great option to cut down on the weekly washing! They are also great under the zootsuits on the colder mornings. All proceeds from the sales of the tops will go directly to the club as a fundraiser, so even more reason to purchase one…or two.

JTC Rowing Club and Tommy Sugo 

John XXIII Rowing Club is raising funds to assist with the purchase and repair costs of rowing equipment.

Are you ready to embark on a mouthwatering culinary journey while supporting our beloved Rowing Club? Look no further because Tommy Sugo's gourmet pasta range is here to satisfy your cravings and help our Club thrive. 

Don't miss out on the opportunity to savour delectable meals, while supporting our Rowing Club. Click the link below to explore the mouthwatering options and place your order today!

Term 3 Rowing Training Schedule

Buses

• Pick up: 5:05am at JTC Bus shelter
• Return: 7:30am from Boatshed

Key Rowing Events 2024

Stack Team App

Please download the ‘Stack Team App’ on your phone as this is the central place for training schedules, training updates, and access to the rowing handbook to name a few. It is important that all rowers and parents have access.

To get this app go to the App Store or Google Play and download Stack Team App onto your mobile device, then follow these simple steps:

1.  Sign-up to Stack Team App. You’ll be sent an email to confirm your registration.
2.  Log-in and search for JTCRC, then request to become a member.

Asthma and Allergies

A reminder that all rowers with asthma or allergies are required to bring their asthma puffers, EpiPens or medication needed to all sessions.

Rowing Handbook

You can access the Club's Rowing Handbook below.

Jerram Gibson

John XXIII Rowing Coordinator